EXEMPT NOTICE: DNR Real Estate Acquisition, Lowden Miller State Forest

The state of Illinois, specifically the Department of Natural Resources, has acquired a 20.04-acre property located in Ogle County as part of the Lowden Miller State Forest. This real estate transaction, valued at $190,000.00, was conducted in accordance with the Illinois Procurement Code's exemption for certain land acquisition projects under Section 1-10 b)6). The acquisition includes a detailed legal description and a map depicting the boundaries of the newly acquired land. This procurement is an exempt notice, meaning it is not subject to the standard competitive bidding requirements.

The acquisition is being made to expand the Lowden Miller State Forest. No additional goods or services are being procured, and there are no specific qualifications or evaluation criteria for respondents. The notice serves to provide public disclosure of this exempt real estate transaction. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, as this is not a typical competitive procurement. Additionally, there is no incumbent vendor or current contractor, and no existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total value of the acquisition is $190,000.00.